CAMBRIDGE BRICKTOPIA 2024 Sun 24th March |
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Who doesn’t love Lego? WHEN: 10am-1pm Sunday 24 March Cy-Co will be there brewing coffee as well. |
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MAGICIAN ZERO XIAO & FACE-CHANGING MAGIC Sun 24 March |
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International magician Zero Xiao will present a fun, interactive magic show for children and the young at heart. The show will also feature Biàn Liǎn or Face-Changing magic, an ancient Chinese dramatic art. Performers wear brightly coloured costumes and move to quick, dramatic music changing from one face to another almost instantly with the swipe of a fan, a movement of the head, or wave of the hand. WHEN: 11am Sunday 24 March Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. |
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YOUTH ORCHESTRA WAIKATO: FIRE & ROMANCE Sun 24 March |
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Expect passion and spirit from Youth Orchestra Waikato as they dazzle with orchestral classics, and contemporary favourites perfect for an autumnal afternoon. Romance and passion awaits in a programme of Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, Stravinsky, Dorothy Buchanan (NZ) and more. Rising young stars Kezia Schuitemaker (violin) and Mathew Colvin (clarinet) from Youth Orchestra Waikato, step to the front of the stage to dazzle as featured soloists. Youth Orchestra Waikato Programme WHEN: 3.00-4.15pm, Sunday 24 March OCT Ensemble is the professional orchestra managed by Orchestras Central, which aims to reimagine what classical music can be in the 21st Century through combining art forms, pushing boundaries and collaborating with dynamic artists. The ensemble presents thought provoking and out of the box musical experiences, that create connections across Waikato. |
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PHOTO COMPETITION EXHIBITION Fri 15th - Thur 21st March |
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Exhibition of the top entries in this year’s Cambridge Autumn Festival Photo Competition themed “Capture your Waipā Adventure”. Visit the exhibition and vote for your favourite in the People’s Choice Award. WHEN: With support from:
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ENCHANTED FROZEN STORYTIME Saturday 16th March |
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Join us at a winter wonderland, where children can enter an immersive fairytale world. Our Enchanted Frozen story time includes interactive stories, awesome games and a chance to create magical memories with Elsa. There will be an opportunity for children to have their photo take with Elsa. WHEN: 10am Saturday 16th March |
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THE NUKES UKULELE WORKSHOP - FOR KIDS Sat 16th March |
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This workshop is tailored to pre-teen primary aged children (5yrs+) of any level, come along and learn a song or two in a fun, engaging and inspiring session. If you don’t know how to play ukulele you can start learning today or be one of our singers, percussionists, or dancers! WHEN: 10.30-11.30am Saturday 16th March
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THE NUKES BIG FAMILY SHOW Saturday 16th March |
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It’s ukulele folks, but not as we know it. Original, inventive, and very kiwi. This interactive, hands-on, informative, entertaining, and highly engaging show is for pre-teens and those young at heart. Expect family-friendly entertainment with The Nukes trademark humour, as well as top-flight musicianship, 3-part harmony and great songs.
WHEN: 12noon-12.50pm Saturday 16 March |
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TE AWA LIFECARE MAIN STREET CARNIVAL AND ART MARKET Sunday 17th March |
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Come along to the Te Awa Lifecare Main Street Carnival and Autumn Art Market! Town comes alive on this huge community day. Bring the whole family and enjoy the vibe as musicians, dancers and entertainers perform. The footpaths are brimming with original art, photography, jewellery, pottery, sculpture, woodwork and more. Watch, learn and chat with working artists, and enjoy the fantastic shopping! While you are downtown, pop into the Town Hall and see the Art Exhibition + Sale and Photo Exhibitions. And it’s St Patrick’s Day! Details of the scheduled performances will be in the Cambridge News and Te Awamutu News on 14 March. Enter the Main Street Carnival Mask Competition – see the details here. WHEN: 10am–2pm Sunday 17th March With support from:
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MASK COMPETITION AT MAIN STREET CARNIVAL Sun 17 March |
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Get creative and be part of the Main Street Carnival on Sunday 17th March. Categories for: Entrants to assemble in Victoria Square by the stage at 10.30am for parade and judging. WHEN: 10.30am Sunday 17th March |
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COMFORTABLE CLASSICAL - A CONCERT WITHOUT RULES! Saturday 23rd March |
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Enjoy the sounds of an orchestra up close and personal in this relaxed and cosy concert, guided by our fabulous host. Fun for the young and young at heart! Move to the music, relax on a cushion, or maybe draw what you hear? With familiar tunes and fun new sounds, Comfortable Classical is for first-time concert goers, regular listeners, whānau and anyone who wants to experience classical music in a friendly and relaxed environment. Everyone is welcome in our specially curated environment with breakout rooms, cushions and a warm atmosphere for the ultimate classical chill out. Music will include lots of relaxing classics and fun upbeat numbers, with a chance to see and hear the instruments of the orchestra up close. Any questions? Please get in touch on support@orchestras.org.nz WHEN: 4pm-5pm Sat 23 March |
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CAMBRIDGE CAN DANCE Friday 22nd March |
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This popular dance event has returned to our programme for another year. Come along and see this colourful dance showcase. There will be contemporary dance, ballet and dancing from across the globe. Each group will dance for 15-20 minutes. Come and be inspired – you might even be tempted to join in!
WHEN: 6pm Friday 22 March |
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